MIAMI (CBSMiami/AP) – The Miami Dolphins defeated the New Orleans Saints 16-13 on Thursday night to close out the preseason for both clubs.
Fins quarterback Jake Rudock passed for 229 yards and one touchdown.
Emmanuel Butler caught a 12-yard touchdown pass for New Orleans, demonstrating why Saints coaches appear to be preparing the 6-foot-4 undrafted rookie out of Northern Arizona for a regular role in the passing game. Butler’s score came on a pass down the right side from backup Teddy Bridgewater, who started the game while 40-year-old record-setting quarterback Drew Brees rested.
Veteran running back Jacquizz Rodgers, signed after training camp started, scored a touchdown to highlight his 33 yards on seven carries.